This framework comes from the Australian Government and it describes 'a set of non-technical skills, knowledge and understandings that underpin successful participation in work'. It is a framework that revolves around the employment related skills-
Well worth a look if you are looking for research to support your emphasis on the 'soft skills' for your students.
It underpins the increased emphasis for LLN across the VET training packages.
This power point presentation was sent through by Sue Maclean.
It will compliment Lyn's presentation of a few weeks ago and
might give you a great beginning for a parent presentation.
You have been hearing about Work Inspiration at Forum meetings and through your connections with the Partnership Brokers. Here are3 utube clips that describe work inspiration from an employers point of view. Thought provoking:
The MoneySmart Teaching website provides a variety of free
resources that can be used by educators in the integration of
consumer and financial literacy into teaching. Resources include
videos and digital learning packages that can be downloaded onto
a variety of platforms including iPads. Online professional learning
modules are also available for secondary teachers. The modules
provide interactive professional learning and feature expert interviews, case studies and scenarios.
National Career Development Strategy:
Released May 2013: National focus on a coordinated approach to the recognition that career development is a lifelong process and the need for appropriate personnel / support agencies for all.
Essential Information - Careers Advisers:
Document developed by Secondary Pathways Unit in consultation with careers advisers, principals and regional staff to clarify the parameters in which a careers adviser operates within the context of a school.
(These documents were the latest version at time of upload. Original version can be found on the following URL: VEiS Professional Support
Equipping every Learner for the 21st Century; CISCO white paper. 2008
White paper from CISCO to begin a dialog with all partners in education on the path of 21st Century learning. A global perspective.
ACARA General Capabilities in the Australian Curriculum: January 2013
This is a large document that examines each of the Australian syllabuses general capabilities in detail. Gives good background information
Special Edition focussing on vocational learning programs facilitated by the Business Education Community Alliance (our SIP, BREED & AUSSIP). Gives a great overview of all programs. Of value for Parents and the whole school community.
Variety of reports published through NCVER (National Centre for Vocational Education Research). Newsletter will usually carry brief overview of report. Link will take you to issue 49- search for past newsletters on toolbar at the top of the newsletter.
Does combining school and work affect school and post-school outcomes?
2011
Research from NCVER examining the relationship between students schooling and their part time employment and the impact on post-school employment.
The greater time students spend working whilst at school the smaller the desire to engage in post school education.
Cognitive neuroscience implications for career development
Nov 2011
Professor Martin Westwell
Research paper examining the correlation between a young persons (15-24 years old) ability to make career decisions and their cognitive development.
Interesting reading.
An annual report published by the Foundation for Young Australians in conjunction with the University of Melbourne.
The report provides a point in time snapshots of young peoples transitions from school into further education, training and employment.
Welcome to the Careers Advisers and Transition Advisers Professional learning page.
Updated 13th September 2013.
Please note all effort has been made to ensure that the latest versions have been uploaded.NEW;
This is where I will add new articles, resources as I find them. The most recent will be at the top of the page.
Resource/ Article
Brief overview
Link
.Core Skills for Work Framework'
Well worth a look if you are looking for research to support your emphasis on the 'soft skills' for your students.
It underpins the increased emphasis for LLN across the VET training packages.
'MyFuture' Parental presentation
It will compliment Lyn's presentation of a few weeks ago and
might give you a great beginning for a parent presentation.
WORK INSPIRATION
The Smith Family Work Inspiration Pilot:
Ag Inspirations Work Inspirations Pilot
resources that can be used by educators in the integration of
consumer and financial literacy into teaching. Resources include
videos and digital learning packages that can be downloaded onto
a variety of platforms including iPads. Online professional learning
modules are also available for secondary teachers. The modules
provide interactive professional learning and feature expert interviews, case studies and scenarios.
MoneySmart Rookie : for students
August 1 2013 Professional Learning
Empowerment
Document and Synopsis
Link
Released May 2013: National focus on a coordinated approach to the recognition that career development is a lifelong process and the need for appropriate personnel / support agencies for all.
Document developed by Secondary Pathways Unit in consultation with careers advisers, principals and regional staff to clarify the parameters in which a careers adviser operates within the context of a school.
(These documents were the latest version at time of upload. Original version can be found on the following URL:
VEiS Professional Support
NSW Government blueprint for improving thre teaching and learning in our schools
White paper from CISCO to begin a dialog with all partners in education on the path of 21st Century learning. A global perspective.
Leadership
Document and Synopsis
Link
This is a large document that examines each of the Australian syllabuses general capabilities in detail. Gives good background information
Professional Reading
Published
Synopsis
Link
Australian Financial Review
The greater time students spend working whilst at school the smaller the desire to engage in post school education.
Professor Martin Westwell
Interesting reading.
The report provides a point in time snapshots of young peoples transitions from school into further education, training and employment.